Best Pacifiers for Breastfed Babies
As a new mama, calming your baby is crucial for both their well-being and your peace of mind. Soothing a fussy baby is a top priority, and sometimes, a pacifier…
How to Breastfeed with Flat or Inverted Nipples: 10 Tricks to Make It Work
Bodies, breasts, nipples—they all come in different shapes and sizes. Many women don’t consider the utility and shape of their nipples before motherhood. Experts believe that roughly 10-20% of women…
What are Plugged Milk Ducts and How do You Prevent Them while Breastfeeding?
In this post, we’re going to walk you through the ins-and-outs of plugged milk ducts to help you know if you have a plugged milk duct, manage the pain of a plugged milk duct…
How to Prepare to Breastfeed Twins: A Guide for Soon-to-be Mamas
Welcome to a journey unlike any other—preparing to breastfeed your twins. If you’re feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness, you’re not alone. Breastfeeding one baby can seem daunting, and…
How to Fix a Shallow Latch & Get Baby to Latch Deeper
A shallow latch is a common but oh-so-painful issue when breastfeeding. If your baby has a shallow latch, it can cause nipple pain and cause your baby not to get…
Breastfeeding in Public: Is it Legal?
Yes, it’s legal in every state in the US. And it’s time we normalize nature’s way! Hey Mama! Let’s chat about something as natural as breathing—breastfeeding. It’s a huge part…
Is Your Baby Ready to Eat Solid Foods? A Mama’s Guide to Starting Right
Signs That Your Baby Might be Ready to Eat Solid Foods Hey Mama! One of the big milestones in your baby’s first year is the introduction of solid foods. But…
Breastfeeding and Pacifiers: What You Need to Know
You’re sitting at your laptop, creating your baby registry. You scroll and see a suggestion to add pacifiers. You know you want to breastfeed, but what are the recommendations for…
Breastfeeding Latch: The First Fundamental of Breastfeeding
For new mamas, breastfeeding can be a daunting experience. To help, it’s important to understand the basics of a good latch. Signs of a good latch include your baby’s mouth open wide, lips flared out, chin touching breast, and a line from their ear, shoulder, and hip.
Understanding Your Baby’s Stomach Size and How Much Milk They Need
When you first enter parenthood, you may feel overwhelmed. A common concern is “how much should my baby eat?” An easy answer might be to watch for signs of fullness:…